Maarten Smulders

Dr. Maarten Smulders is an Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Organic Chemistry, Wageningen University & Research. He holds a part-time guest professorship at Ghent University. His research focuses on dynamic polymer materials, polymer coatings, and metafoams, with a particular emphasis on recyclable and adaptive systems. He has received prestigious grants including the NWO VIDI (2018), VENI (2012), and Rubicon (2010). He chairs the MAGNEFY research facility and contributed to projects like the All in the Same Boat initiative addressing water security. His academic journey includes postdoctoral work at the University of Cambridge and a PhD from Eindhoven University of Technology. Key achievements include advancing self-healing coatings and developing sustainable polymer systems. Awards highlight his contributions to materials science and interdisciplinary research.

• Education: MSc (2005) and PhD (2009) in Chemical Engineering and Chemistry from Eindhoven University of Technology.
• Grants: NWO VIDI, VENI, and Rubicon grants, KIC Circularity grant for circular polycarbonate research.
• Awards: Member of Wageningen Young Academy (2016–2021), Co-chair (2017–2019).
• Research Groups: Dynamic Polymers Lab (Smulderslab), MAGNEFY.

His work bridges fundamental polymer science with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability and adaptability in materials design.